Villas Iguana A-8: Beachfront condo

The Space

Villas Iguana A-8 is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom condominium located in the heart of the wave-rich Tola region. Situated at the northern end of Playa Colorado, the condo overlooks the ocean from its second-floor balcony. To the north, you will find a river and Los Perros point, while two excellent surf breaks—Panga Drops and Colorado beach break—are just a short walk to the south.

The master bedroom features a king bed, and the guest bedroom has two single beds. Both bedrooms and the living area are equipped with air conditioning. Additional amenities include Apple TV, Wi-Fi, a safe for valuables, and a backup battery system that ensures power during outages.

Cleaning service is provided three days per week and is included with the rental. Laundry service is also available through housekeeping, who have exclusive access to the washer and dryer. An optional meal plan service is offered for added convenience. The property includes access to a shared pool with ocean views.

Location

The condo is part of the Hacienda Iguana development, renowned for its world-class surf breaks. Within walking distance, you can reach four surf spots: Playa Colorado, Panga Drops, Los Perros, and Playa Amarillo (accessible at low tide). The area also features a beautiful, affordable 9-hole golf course that is well maintained and thoughtfully designed.

Activities and Services

Guests can enjoy a variety of activities and excursions arranged before or during their stay, including:

• Private and group yoga classes
• Surf lessons and guided surf trips
• Boat and fishing charters
• Massage and spa treatments
• Visits to hot springs
• Horseback riding
• Local community tours

Food and Dining

Grocery Shopping

The best place to purchase groceries is La Colonia in Rivas, located 100 meters south of the turnoff for Tola on the west side of the street. It is also recommended to refuel your vehicle in Rivas, as these are the closest gas stations to the property. We suggest stocking up on groceries for your entire stay or considering our full-service catering meal plan to avoid the hassle of shopping and meal preparation.

Dining Options

Within the Hacienda Iguana development, several dining venues are available:

• Pili's Kitchen at the Beach Club, offering fresh food, juices, smoothies, and a full bar right on the beachfront at Colorado Break
• The Salty Koala in La Joya, serving Asian cuisine and craft cocktails
• Casa Ananas above the office, featuring authentic Italian dishes, pizza, and international specials
• Downtown Iguana near the surf shop, offering seafood and traditional Nicaraguan meals at reasonable prices
• Scoops and Spokes across the street, known for homemade ice cream, coffee, baked goods, paninis, and fresh juices
• Iguana Brewery, providing sports bar fare and local craft beers

Additional notable restaurants outside the development but nearby include:

• Gigante area: El Pozo, Juntos, Giant’s Foot Surf Camp (Burger Night on Mondays)
• Rancho Santana: The Club House, La Boquita tapas, La Taquería (walking directions available)
• Limón 1: Avila’s Taquería
• Limón 2: La Calabria brick oven pizza
• Jiquelite-Playa Santana: Malibu Popoyo, Buena Onda, Costa Oeste, Aloha Bungalows
• Popoyo: Mag Rock, Café con Leche
• Las Salinas: Todo con Amor restaurant
• Guasacate: Finca Wayuu, Dutchy's Deli, Viento Este

Shopping and Amenities

Inside Hacienda Iguana, NSR Surf Shop offers a wide range of items including souvenirs, surf accessories, clothing, beach towels, flip flops, sunscreen, sunglasses, swimsuits, wetsuit vests and tops, and rash guards. The shop also rents scooters, dirt bikes, surfboards, boogie boards, and stand-up paddleboards.

Other facilities within the community include:

• Pure Spa
• Two small convenience stores with various grocery items
• An ATM on the property

Additional activities available in the development are yoga, horseback riding, and in-home massage services.

Nearby, the Riviera commercial plaza (within half a mile of Hacienda Iguana’s entrance) features:

• BAC bank with ATM
• A small grocery store with basic supplies
• Bagels and Bakes café offering daily fresh baked goods and coffee

Getting Around

The property is approximately a 2 to 2.5-hour drive from Augusto C. Sandino International Airport in Managua and about 4 hours from Liberia Airport in Costa Rica. Major car rental companies operate at Managua airport, and advance reservations are recommended.

A four-wheel-drive vehicle is generally only necessary if you plan to visit beaches further south in the San Juan del Sur area. For those who prefer not to rent a car, airport transfers and daily sightseeing or surf trips can be arranged.

Motorcycle and scooter rentals are available, and transportation by vehicle or boat to other surf breaks in the region can also be organized. Additionally, Alamo and National have rental offices near Hacienda Iguana for convenient vehicle pickup.